2002 Eagle Talon vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 Eagle Talon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Eagle Talon weights approximately 272 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Eagle Talon | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Eagle | Riley |
| Model | Talon | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
